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Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-10-2023, 11:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 483
Posted By rjreiffer
Ed, after doing all of this which one would you...

Ed, after doing all of this which one would you probably not do? Safe-T-Plus is obvious that it is needed but then what made the next best "fix"?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-10-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By rjreiffer
Exclamation I completely agree, FYI, after looking at...

I completely agree, FYI, after looking at LemonSquad it appears they are a real Lemon! I don't want to be cheap but I have yet to find anyone that is recommended that will do an inspection at the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-10-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By rjreiffer
Question Motorhome Inspection Service - Northern Florida

Hello everyone,

I am looking to buy a Tiffin Open Road in Gainesville, FL. Who would you recommend to do an inspection? Has anyone used LemonSquad? Is it worth it for an NRVIA inspector?
Forum: Going Green 09-08-2021, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,392
Posted By rjreiffer
Real World Results

Hello all,

I am looking to find the experiences of those that are running heavy electric coaches using solar to find out what kind of experience they have had in:

What is the charge rate on...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-31-2021, 07:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 590
Posted By rjreiffer
This is great info. Actually went in Saturday to...

This is great info. Actually went in Saturday to my mechanic and he found that the ac fan is not working. He has ordered a new one. The compressor does cycle but without proper cooling it won’t...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-27-2021, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 590
Posted By rjreiffer
Thanks, fortunately my mechanic has a lot of...

Thanks, fortunately my mechanic has a lot of experience on ac units but most of his experience are cars and trucks. I always check this forum for good ideas to bring back to him.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-27-2021, 05:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 590
Posted By rjreiffer
Exclamation Strange A/C Issue

Hello all,

Today I brought my 1998 Georgie Boy Swinger (workhorse chassis, 454) into my repair guy to check the air conditioning. Now it would run fine on the road but would blow warmer air when...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-27-2021, 05:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,214
Posted By rjreiffer
Question RVND7 - No map updates for one year!

I went to update my Rand McNally RVND7 and it said my maps were up to date. When I powered it up it said "Your maps are over a year old, you will want to check for updates". I contacted tech...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-17-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,093
Posted By rjreiffer
All, as an update a local army staff sergeant...

All, as an update a local army staff sergeant stopped and helped my son get it going. The next morning he came to the campground and helped my son replace the breaks on that wheel and helped check...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-17-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,093
Posted By rjreiffer
This is a great tip for the future - see my final...

This is a great tip for the future - see my final notes!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-15-2021, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,093
Posted By rjreiffer
Exclamation Stuck outside of Riverton Wyoming with bad bearing!

Hello all, my son and his family had a bearing go bad on their 2017 Sunset Trailer super lite 289qb. Does anyone know of a good RV repair place that can come out and repair the wheel? It...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2020, 02:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By rjreiffer
So the TST models have replaceable batteries. I...

So the TST models have replaceable batteries. I know some of them you have to buy a whole new set that is what I am attempting to stay away from. Thanks
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2020, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By rjreiffer
I agree with this, that is why I was debating...

I agree with this, that is why I was debating about solar powered ones myself unless you replace the valve stems with solid ones that are exposed to the outside and even then, if you put covers over...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2020, 06:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By rjreiffer
Question Solar powered TPMS sensors Vs battery vs send them in

Hello all,
I was wondering if anyone has experience with solar powered TPMS sensors? I know if you cover your tires they won’t charge (duh) but I wanted to see how your experience has been? Also...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2020, 06:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 721
Posted By rjreiffer
Thanks for all of the tips. So let me make sure...

Thanks for all of the tips. So let me make sure I got this right:
- NO braided valve extenders
- ok to go with solid metal extenders
Did I get this right?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2020, 03:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,847
Posted By rjreiffer
Looking closely at the two pictures where is the...

Looking closely at the two pictures where is the cable that ran from the lower left up across the bank of batteries? I don't see it in the second one.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2020, 03:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,151
Posted By rjreiffer
I replaced all of my INTERIOR lights with LED. I...

I replaced all of my INTERIOR lights with LED. I also replaced the headlights with LED.
I went with warm LED's
1156 replacement:...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2020, 03:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 721
Posted By rjreiffer
Question How long valve extenders should I buy?

I have a 1998 Georgie Boy Swinger (32') that has dual 19.5 on the back. I was wondering how long of extenders I should buy to make it easier to check tire pressure?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2020, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,550
Posted By rjreiffer
Question What pressure to set my air bags

I installed new airbags in the front springs of my 98' Georgie Boy Swinger and I was wondering what pressure I should put them up to?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2020, 02:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,437
Posted By rjreiffer
I had something similar. In our 98 Georgie Boy...

I had something similar. In our 98 Georgie Boy it has the 454 but there is a fuse in the normal control panel that enables the starter if I remember correctly.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-07-2020, 06:18 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,173
Posted By rjreiffer
After all of this the bottom line is you are...

After all of this the bottom line is you are going to have to spend money one way or another. Either you will have to spend it in internet access or spend it in equipment that can store your movies....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-22-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,428
Posted By rjreiffer
I am looking from 2005 to 2011. Tag axle...

I am looking from 2005 to 2011. Tag axle preferred. What is comfort steer? Also is there a preferred chassis, Spartan or Freightliner?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-22-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 566
Posted By rjreiffer
Thanks for correcting me !

Thanks for correcting me !
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-22-2020, 09:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,428
Posted By rjreiffer
Question Newmar units to avoid

Hello all,

In the bigger diesel pushers (40 and up) are there particular models/engines/options to avoid or verify that they have been fixed?

Thanks
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-22-2020, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 566
Posted By rjreiffer
Question Newmar Diesel models - order of features

Hello all,

We have been looking at used Newmar units and I was wondering what the order of features/enhancements are and the model names. I know the Londonaire is the top but how would you stack...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-22-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 880
Posted By rjreiffer
FYI, when we went through Ohio they were open....

FYI, when we went through Ohio they were open. :thumb:
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-22-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 766
Posted By rjreiffer
No, I was in the motorhome.

No, I was in the motorhome.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-22-2020, 11:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 766
Posted By rjreiffer
Thumbs down Rand McNally RVND7 poor routing

Has anyone else had the problem of poor rerouting (or just poor routing) with the Rand McNally RVND7? I just had the experience of taking an alternate route (since I live in the area) and it kept...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2020, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,419
Posted By rjreiffer
I did and none of them work on these small DC...

I did and none of them work on these small DC motors like this. Just not enough of them out there to make it worth the while.:nonono:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2020, 05:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,419
Posted By rjreiffer
Question Does anyone have experience with a Quadra Big Foot Leveler?

Hello all,

I have an old 1998 Georgie Boy Motorhome that has the Quadra QE-1 Big Foot lift system in it. I have one jack where the winding has gone out on the extend side of the motor (verified...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 05-13-2020, 01:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 880
Posted By rjreiffer
Question Are the RV Turnpike Dump Stations Open in Ohio?

Looking to see if the RV dumpstations on the Ohio Turnpike are open. They appear to be from the website but not sure if they are keeping it updated. Just looking to see if they are open or not. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-22-2019, 02:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,259
Posted By rjreiffer
Thanks for all of the feedback. Obviously making...

Thanks for all of the feedback. Obviously making sure that the RV is level would be critical! We currently have a 98 Georgie Boy with a single 7’ slide.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2019, 06:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,259
Posted By rjreiffer
Question Full wall slide out issues

Hello all,

As I get towards purchasing a retirement motorhome (40+ feet) I like the idea of a full wall slide out but lately I have heard some horror stories about continual maintenance and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-22-2019, 06:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,145
Posted By rjreiffer
Cousin Eddy

We were out camping this weekend and ran across this rig. Just got a chuckle out of it. :rofl:
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Enjoy!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-04-2019, 07:06 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,071
Posted By rjreiffer
WOW! Let’s see, cool dehumidifier or 6 new...

WOW! Let’s see, cool dehumidifier or 6 new tires? :rofl::rofl:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-03-2019, 11:43 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,071
Posted By rjreiffer
Duh, sorry I missed that! :facepalm: Would also...

Duh, sorry I missed that! :facepalm: Would also explain why it didn’t impact the blink rate! Do you have a link to them?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-03-2019, 04:39 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,071
Posted By rjreiffer
Did you have any problem with blink rate? In...

Did you have any problem with blink rate? In older motorhomes you need a minimum current draw in order to have the blinker system work correctly.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-31-2019, 10:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,755
Posted By rjreiffer
Does that mean you don’t have them? :rofl::rofl:

Does that mean you don’t have them? :rofl::rofl:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-31-2019, 09:22 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,755
Posted By rjreiffer
Question How often do you use your tire covers?

I was wondering how often or how quickly you put your tire covers on? If I come home and I am going out within a week I don’t put them on.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2019, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By rjreiffer
My headlights have not caused anyone to flash at...

My headlights have not caused anyone to flash at me but out of the 15 leds per headlight it only uses 6 in one headlight ( per side) when on low beam. Now high beam would cause road rage as you...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2019, 09:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,644
Posted By rjreiffer
Paul, you are right, while I have been blessed...

Paul, you are right, while I have been blessed with the ability to troubleshoot problems, he has been blessed with the ability to make fantastic meals, which he did all week long (more than a fair...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2019, 08:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,644
Posted By rjreiffer
To some extent I agree but not everyone has the...

To some extent I agree but not everyone has the capability to understand how some things are supposed to work. I would suspect a home owner might not know about a miss-wired outlet in their...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2019, 08:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,644
Posted By rjreiffer
Yeh, me too! I should have taken a picture of it!

Yeh, me too! I should have taken a picture of it!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2019, 04:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,644
Posted By rjreiffer
No, this had the positive side of the 12v bus...

No, this had the positive side of the 12v bus connected to one of the positive lugs on battery number 1, then the negative of battery number 1 was connected in series to the negative of battery...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-29-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,644
Posted By rjreiffer
And I thought I had problems!

Ok, this is going to be a little bit of a long thread just to warn you!

We went camping with my son and his wife and her folks up in New Hampshire this past week and had a great time. We have an...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-29-2019, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By rjreiffer
Here are ones that I put in my motorhome and they...

Here are ones that I put in my motorhome and they have been great EXCEPT that I had to rewire the headlights reversing bright and normal.
...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-26-2019, 04:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 563
Posted By rjreiffer
Have them try Tiffin or Newmar .

Have them try Tiffin or Newmar .
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-16-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 17,218
Posted By rjreiffer
Great description and very practical !:bow:

Great description and very practical !:bow:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-16-2019, 07:35 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 17,218
Posted By rjreiffer
Not only do me and my DW use them, we just...

Not only do me and my DW use them, we just traveled with the grandkids and they used them as well!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-12-2019, 05:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,402
Posted By rjreiffer
Maybe as a point of clarification I have a 1998...

Maybe as a point of clarification I have a 1998 Georgie Boy with the 454 on a Chevy P30 (workhorse) chassis. This would fall into the older, more traditional chassis.
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